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By Editorial,
The body of Raila Odinga, one of Kenya’s most influential and enduring political figures despite five unsuccessful presidential bid, landed back home this morning.
For years, the firebrand politician emerged as a staunch campaigner and defender of multi-party democracy – adored by near-fanatical supporters and vilified by a threatened political elite.
At 9.30 East African time, the body of the country aboard Kenya Airways, landed at Jomo-Kinyata International Airports as thousands of Kenyans matched with tree branches.
By midday, Kenya’s National Funeral Committee decided to move Raila’s body viewing ceremony to Kasarani stadium as mourners’ numbers surged. END
